You and a Buddy vs. Baseball: Split-Screen Domination in MLB The Show 23
Ah, the majesty of baseball. Hot dogs, sunshine, and... your buddy Rick mercilessly crushing dingers off your fastball? That's the beauty of split-screen multiplayer in MLB The Show 23, folks. It's your chance to settle scores, establish bragging rights, and maybe even learn a thing or two about Rick's questionable taste in batting stances (seriously, who picks "hunchback horror?").
But before you dive headfirst into a controller-throwing rage (looking at you, Rick), let's get you prepped for split-screen glory.
Step 1: Ditch the Cloud (Unless You Like Your Dreams Haunting You)
Listen up, cloud gamers: this one's not for you. Split-screen currently isn't available on the cloud version of MLB The Show 23. So, if your idea of a good time involves questionable internet speeds and Rick's disembodied voice yelling about lag, then this might not be your day. But fear not, for there's a solution! Download the full game and get ready to unleash your inner baseball genius.
Step 2: Assemble Your All-Star Squad (of Controllers)
This one might seem like a no-brainer, but trust me, there's nothing worse than realizing you only have one working controller mid-game (especially if it's Rick's. We all know how coordinated he is with two thumbs). Grab that second controller, dust off the Cheeto dust, and make sure both controllers are synced up with your console. Easy enough, right?
Step 3: It's Time to Play Ball! (But First, Let's Pick Teams)
Now for the fun part! Boot up MLB The Show 23, navigate to the glorious world of "Play Now," and get ready to make Rick regret ever doubting your pitching skills. Here's where the magic happens: with both controllers on, you'll be able to choose separate teams. This is your chance to pick your dream team, or go full troll and pick the team Rick hates with burning passion. Just remember, great power comes with great responsibility (and the potential for some serious trash talk).
Bonus Round: Embrace the Chaos (and Maybe Some House Rules)
Split-screen is all about the wild, unpredictable fun. Expect questionable calls from the (admittedly biased) umpire (you, in this case), questionable baserunning decisions from Rick (seriously, dude, steal in the first?), and maybe even a rogue baseball flying towards your TV (invest in some screen protectors, folks).
Here's where you can get creative: set some fun house rules. Maybe the loser has to buy victory hot dogs (because let's be honest, everyone's a winner with hot dogs). Perhaps the winner gets to choose Rick's walk-up song for the next game (cue the Rebecca Black). The possibilities are endless, as long as they involve laughter and maybe a little friendly competition.
So there you have it! With a little know-how and a whole lot of fun, you and your buddy can be dominating the diamond in no time. Now go forth, conquer the baseball world (or at least your living room), and remember: there's no crying in baseball, but there's definitely room for some good-natured ribbing.
